Project Management Made Simple for Researchers

Workshop Programme
Project Management Made Simple for Researchers – “My project was funded! Now what?”
📅 21 November 2025 | 🕙 10:00–12:00 (WET) | 💻 Online

10:00 – 10:05 (WET)
Welcome and Introduction

10:05 – 10:50 (WET)
From Grant Award to Action: The Institutional Role After Funding Notification
Margarida Suárez
Overview of the institution’s role once a project is funded: key documents, signatures, and administrative procedures. Practical insights on financial reporting, invoicing alerts, and coordination with project officers.

10:50 – 11:20 (WET)
Day-to-Day Project Management: From Meetings to Partner Communication
Sofia Duarte
Operational aspects of managing a project: organizing meetings, maintaining effective communication with partners, and ensuring smooth project execution beyond finances.

11:20 – 11:50 (WET)
Managing Large Consortia: Deliverables, Risks, and Communication Challenges
Teresa Esteves
Best practices for coordinating large, multi-partner projects: importance of deliverables, risk management, and communication. Discussion of common challenges and practical solutions.

11:50 – 12:00 (WET)
Q&A and Closing Remarks